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87 Lafayette Street, Piscataway, NJ 08854

$509,000

3 beds 1 baths — Built 19650 days on marketActive

About this home

This ranch-style home features 3 bedrooms, an updated kitchen with custom wood cabinets, solid-surface countertops, a tile backsplash, a tile floor, a gas stove, and a pantry with pull-out shelving. The living room has a vaulted ceiling with 2 skylights and 3 large windows, bringing in plenty of sunlight and making the room bright and airy. The spacious dining room, located right off the kitchen, has a bay window overlooking the deck and an outside entrance to the deck. A brick fireplace with a raised hearth is perfect for the ambiance of large gatherings and entertaining. It also includes an updated bath with a tile surround, tub, and vanity with a marble top. Hardwood floors and Ceiling fans in all the rooms. Plus a full basement, making it a fantastic opportunity to create your dream residence. Bring your vision and transform this space into a comfortable home tailored to your style. Don't miss this rare chance to invest in a prime location with strong potential. Solar panels installed on the property help reduce utility expenses and provide long-term savings. The convenient location puts you close to highly rated schools, shopping centers, and restaurants. For commuters, the home offers easy access to Route 287, Route 1, and the Garden State Parkway. The Dunellen Train Station is also nearby, providing convenient transportation options.

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Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrFixed at 4% APR.

Your estimated payment
$3,992/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$3,683
Principal + interest$2,309
Property tax + insurance$1,183
PMI / 2nd mortgage$191
Utilities
$535
Heating + cooling$130
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$34
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$157
$3,992/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$1,008/mo
Purchase price
$509,000
Down payment
$25,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$483,550
APR
4%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year built
1965
Lot size
0.1722 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$7,814
MLS #
2706827R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenExhaust FanRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
3 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomBath MainDining RoomOther Room(s)
Parking
1 Car WidthAsphalt
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Level

Neighborhood — 08854

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population54,5128,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since19909.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density2,8541,137—
Male27,2764,307,827147,432,321
Female27,2364,525,010151,655,844
Never Married13,5301,965,81163,775,926
Married23,4873,647,435123,120,365
Separated2,901391,23912,639,686
Widowed1,843515,17215,467,586
Divorced2,599529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold17,7183,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.822.732.60
Medial Age33.4337.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$78,885$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$87,948$83,312$63,629
P C I$30,304$30,662$24,529
M D I$63,256$52,505$41,133
A T H E$64,485$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%—
W C J79.32%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8854

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Listing information last refreshed 10/24/2026. Provided courtesy of KIENLEN LATTMANN SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

87 Lafayette Street · Piscataway — $509,000 · Certihomes